Fire Detection & Life Safety Systems
At MTSG, we protect lives, property, and businesses across the North West. From intelligent addressable fire alarms to fully integrated suppression solutions, our certified engineers design, install, and manage comprehensive life safety configurations built strictly to BS 5839 standards.
Fire Alarm Systems
Design and installation of conventional and intelligent addressable fire alarm systems for precise hazard localization in commercial and industrial premises.
Suppression Management
Complete project management for server rooms and data centers. We handle the critical electrical controls and system integration, utilizing trusted, certified specialist partners for full gas and mist suppression installs.
Testing & Maintenance
Scheduled periodic testing, logbook inspection, maintenance, and 24/7 emergency call-out support to ensure your property remains legally compliant with safety codes.
Emergency Lighting
Integrated escape route lighting design, backup battery installation, and automatic testing infrastructure ensuring clear, illuminated exit paths during power failures.
Wireless Fire Alarms
Rapidly deployed, minimally invasive wireless fire protection configurations—ideal for historical architecture, schools, and fully operational retail environments.
Air Sampling (Aspirating)
Ultra-sensitive air sampling detection equipment (VESDA) designed to catch microscopic smoke particles long before visible smoke or flames develop.
Tired of Costly False Alarms?
Nuisance alarms disrupt your operations and cost money. We use intelligent multi-sensor technology to completely eliminate common false alarm triggers.
Smart Multi-Sensors
Our detectors combine optical smoke tracking with thermal heat mapping, meaning steam or dust won't trigger a building evacuation.
Alarm Verification Loops
Programming custom 'double-knock' logic or short verification delays ensures a panel cross-checks a threat before sounding bells.
Our Fire Protection Process
Risk Assessment
We evaluate your building’s specific layout, structural risks, and usage to pinpoint exact hazard spots.
System Design
Our engineers formulate a tailored detection plan meeting all structural categories (L1–L5, P1/P2).
Precision Install
We deploy standard-compliant, heavy-duty cabling, containment, and control panels with clean, neat finishes.
Sign-Off
We perform exhaustive smoke tests, commission the system, and issue complete compliance certificates.
Your Legal Obligations as a Business
An On-Site Fire Logbook
You are legally required to maintain a physical logbook recording all weekly tests, drills, false alarms, and professional bi-annual engineer maintenance logs.
Bi-Annual Professional Service
BS 5839 dictates that a competent person must inspect and service the critical battery backups, sounders, and nodes at intervals not exceeding 6 months.
Annual Emergency Light Testing
Escape path backup emergency lighting packs must undergo a full, professional 3-hour discharge drain test annually to guarantee function under mains failure.
Systems We Partner With & Support
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an L-category and a P-category system?
Category 'L' systems are configured primarily for the protection of Life (offering earliest warning on escape routes), whereas Category 'P' systems are configured to protect the Property or asset itself, usually linking straight to automated calling networks to safeguard unoccupied spaces.
How often do business fire alarm systems legally need to be serviced?
Under British Standard BS 5839, commercial fire alarm networks must be professionally inspected and serviced by qualified engineers at least twice a year (every 6 months). In addition, business owners are required to run user-led weekly tests on fire call points.
Do you install wet sprinkler or gas suppression systems directly?
MTSG acts as the principal contractor for your fire safety systems. While our internal engineers handle the entire detection design, containment routing, electrical wiring, and control programming network, we partner with fully accredited, trusted specialist subcontractors to execute physical gas and mist suppression installs under our direct supervision.
Ensure Your Property is Legally Protected
Get in touch today for professional advice, engineering survey designs, or ongoing compliance inspection quotes.
Do It Once. Do It Right.
When it comes to life safety infrastructure, cutting corners is a high-stakes gamble. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, business owners and landlords are held legally accountable for the adequacy of their systems.
A "cowboy install" might save a small amount on the initial invoice, but uncertified work, poor cable containment, and misconfigured panels inevitably lead to endless system faults, catastrophic insurance claim rejections, and direct legal liability. Fire safety systems are heavily audited assets, there are no shortcuts.
MTSG engineers build cleanly, logically, and strictly to BS 5839 codes from day one. We deliver the total asset logs, physical zone maps, and official commissioning paperwork you require to fully satisfy insurance underwriters and local fire authorities the very first time.
*Note: We design and install all dual-path signaling panel hardware directly, then guide you through setting up your active connection with a fully accredited, independent Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) for 24/7 overnight protection.